desand

dezænd

Definitions

1. verb

to separate or remove sand from something, especially to clean a beach or a boat’s hull

“The boat needed to be desanded after being anchored in the sandy harbor for several days.”

2. verb

to remove sand from an area, especially by using machinery

“The construction team had to desand the site before laying the foundation for the new building.”

3. noun

a device used to remove sand from something, especially a beach or a boat’s hull

“The desand is a crucial tool for beach maintenance teams to keep the shoreline clean.”

Synonyms

  • clean
  • clear
  • sift

Antonyms

  • fill
  • obstruct
  • sand